Strong fuel smell from rear of Pontiac G6 near fuel tank. This is a common problem due to a cracked elbow on top of the fuel pump. This issue is happening among all G6 models from 05 to 09 . This issue should be recalled as it is dangerous to the drivers , passengers or anyone that comes within 3 ft of Pontiacs that have this issue. Fuel odor can be smelt from further than 3ft that can damage to lungs, throat and multiple other health hazards. The fumes can reach even further witch is easily ignited if someone were to walk by with a cigarette This issue is common in 75% of Pontiac G6's on the road This defective part should be placed on recall and should definitely be looked into before someone loses their lives over an easily preventable occurrence from happening. Thank you for your time and please look into this issue before it's to late.
2009 Pontiac G6: gas smell in the cabin
28 of the 713 complaints about the 2009 Pontiac G6 describe gas smell in the cabin.
- owner complaints
- 28
- of this car's complaints
- 4%
- typical mileage
- 88,000
- recalls
- 0
Gas smell in the cabin by model year
What owners say
Another complaint about the fuel odor which is caused by poor material used on fuel pump. It is around rear of car and inside car, also over muffler. Possible fire hazard. Should be addressed to gm for a recall. Happens to 99% of these vehicles. It only happens after vehicle has been driven.
Constant fuel smell, after reading other issues it is my understanding the rubber hose on top of fuel pump is cracked and is emitting gas smell. Safety issue and should be recalled.
Strong smell of gas at startups. Possible fuel leak like other gm vehicles. Please issue a recall as this is extremely dangerous.
Known problem with fuel tank leaking with the pontiac g6 2009 and numerous complaints I have submitted a complaint with my fuel leaking at the top of the tank this is a very extreme safety and hazardous problem can a recall be issued the dealer ship will only repair if a recall or aski g me for over a thousand dollars from research there have been numerous complaints submitted about this problem please help.. Smell of gas when driving on driver side of car was told by gmc gas leak at top of tank.
Started smelling loud gas fumes found out it is a gas tank leak was told a recall was issued about this problem with pontiac g6 series dealer gm not aware is there a recall to repair the problem.
For several weeks, strong smell of gas when vehicle is parked in garage.
Strong smell of fuel when car is on and when car is parked. I was told fuel tank has a leak and needs to be replaced.
My 2009 pontiac g6 gt has strong smell of gas while sitting in the garage. Pontiac has had many complaints for same problem, different years. Customers have found plastic hose on top of gas tank cracked and leaking gas on top of tank. Very dangerous! This should be addressed as recall repair!
After parking my car I smell a very strong gas smell for several hours so I can not park my car in my attached garage because it makes my whole house smell like gas. It started in our over 100 degree summer weather and seems to be getting worse every day. It also starts hard after it has sat for some hours. I am afraid it could start a fire. I do not feel safe driving my car!!! I see the 2009 g5 has a recall for what sounds like the same issue. A problem with the fuel pump module (a crack) but I do not see one for the g6. In an article jeff boyer states he wants gm customers to have complete peace of mind. Which I would like to have with my g6 - 4 cylinder.
Tl* the contact owns a 2009 pontiac g6. The contact noticed an abnormal fuel odor in the vehicle. Upon inspection, the contact noticed that the fuel tank was leaking. The dealer was not contacted. The manufacturer was notified of the failure and referred the contact to the federal safety agency. The contact referenced the federal safety agency campaign number: 12v459000 (fuel system, gasoline). The failure mileage was approximately 114,000.
Strong smell of gasoline noticeable from 10 or more feet away from vehicle when parked or running. Cannot park in garage due to strong fuel smell. Vehicle has not been overfilled. Smell has been noticeable for many months but is getting stronger lately. Researching this on the internet yields many results with similar complaints, focused on a defective elbow on the fuel pump assembly.
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Questions about the 2009 Pontiac G6 fuel smell
Is gas smell in the cabin a common problem on the 2009 Pontiac G6?
28 of 713 owner complaints about the 2009 Pontiac G6 (4%) mention gas smell in the cabin. The model year with the most reports is 2007.
Is there a recall or service bulletin for this on the 2009 Pontiac G6?
There are 0 recalls and 2 service bulletins for the same area of the car. Check them below with your VIN.
Other symptoms on the 2009 Pontiac G6
Headlights 137Power steering loss 88Adaptive cruise 42Steering lock-up 40Loss of power 36Engine failure 27Airbag light 21Fuel pump 19Door locks 15Fire or smoke 14Fuel leak 13Check engine light 12Won't start 12No deployment 10Stalling 9Jerking 8Steering noise 7Overheating 6Won't shift 6Transmission failure 6Grinding brakes 5Wipers 5
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